Contrary to popular belief
boundaries do not separate us from others;
they separate us from that which is unsustainable.
If someone, who we consider a friend,
does something to us that we find harmful,
then it falls on us to tell them plainly
that what they did was unacceptable.
Do NOT give reasons,
do NOT go into story.
Their ONLY acceptable response
is apology, humility, and contrition.
If after setting a boundary
they violate it;
then, quite simply,
they are not your friend.
And for the sake of sustainability,
you must remove yourself from their presence.
Like Anakin Skywalker forsaking sand.
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